Learning to Fly Helicopters (Paperback)

I strongly urge anyone who has any rotory wing time not to buy this book. It is completely introductory in nature. The only usefulness might be for someone before they undergo rotary wing training to gain and understanding of what a rotary wing training program is about.

The back cover boasts that this book is "an ideal supplement to ground school training." But, it is not. There's nothing in this book you do not learn in pilot school. If you're looking for supplemental information, I would suggest "The Art and Science of Flying Helicopters." That is a book I would consider supplemental because it offers a different perspective on aerodynamics and maneuvers. But this "Learning to Fly Helicopters" book does not offer anything new. It does not offer a unique enough insight to justify it even having been published to begin with.

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Radio Controlled Helicopters: The Guide to Building and Flying C Helicopters (Paperback)

Book Description
In this updated edition, the author provides a guide for newcomers and others interested in new developments in the design and manufacture of radio controlled helicopters. This handy book offers all the essential information and fact you need to make the right decisions, taking you through all the stages-from the choice of model and radio to your first flights and finally to basic aerobatics.

Contents include: Advantages of flying helicopters. Where Do I begin? Choosing the model. All about engines. Radio systems. Finding your flying sites. Accessories and training aides. Building the model. Installing the radio. Setting up the model. Before your first flights. The day arrives. Hovering, circuits & simple aerobatics. Routine maintenance. After the crash. Scale models. Conclusions.

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The R/C Car Bible: How to build, tune and drive electric and nitro-powered radio control cars on and off-road (Paperback)

Book Description
When it comes to scale-size motorsport thrills, few hobbies can match the untethered thrills of R/C cars. Whether screaming across the asphalt or bounding over a dirt course, R/C cars offer enthusiasts an ever-increasing level of power, detail, and sophistication.In this volume for veteran and newbie R/C enthusiasts alike, ace hobby writer Robert Schleicher offers a fully-illustrated guide to both electric and fuel remote-control vehicles. From selecting the right scale and tending to the power source, to tuning the chassis and choosing gear ratios and tires, Schleicher covers all of the angles that go into R/C driving. He also considers nitro power, painting and decals, off-road driving techniques, setting up road-race courses in parking lots, and even building off-road courses. Appendices include a glossary and information on clubs, publications, and suppliers.

From the Back Cover
R/C cars are faster than ever, more powerful, more complex—and ever more realistic! In The R/C Car Bible, expert Robert Schleicher offers the latest information on building, tuning, and driving these cool vehicles.

Ideal for both new and veteran R/C enthusiasts alike, this fully illustrated guide covers electric and fuel radio- and remote-control vehicles. In addition to selecting the right scale and caring for the power source, tuning the chassis, and choosing gear ratios and tires, Schleicher covers such considerations as nitro power, painting and decals, off-road driving techniques, setting up road-race courses in parking lots, and even building off-road courses. Appendices feature a glossary and information on clubs, publications, and suppliers.

Whether screaming across the asphalt or bounding over a dirt course, when it comes to scale-size motorsport thrills, few hobbies can match the thrills of R/C cars!

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